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Review of Lone Star Circus’ Charivari

Dallas Children’s Theater Presents Lone Star Circus’ Charivari

by Mina Frannea

My family recently attended Lone Star Circus’s Charivari at the Dallas Children’s Theater. With a loyal following that grows every year, Lone Star Circus has become a favorite part of the holidays for many in the DFW area. This year was no exception as their new show Charivari promises to be a hit with fans of all ages!

Every year, founder Fanny Kerwich brings together seasoned circus artists such as aerialists, acrobats, trapeze artists, hand balancers, jugglers, clowns, gymnasts, and small animal acts from all over the world. This fabulous group of entertainers is joined by Lone Star Circus School staff and students as well as popular local entertainers, and they put together a cirque show which plays for a limited run in the intimate theater setting of Dallas Children’s Theater.

Connecting Kids and Nature in the Digital Age

New Report Proves That Young People and their Gadgets Can Co-Exist in the Great Outdoors

The advancements in technology over the last decade have changed the way children spend their free time, up to 10 hours a day inside according to the Joan Ganz Cooney Center. A great deal of this indoor time often includes using technology which, if unmonitored, may have an unintended negative impact on our children. A new National Wildlife Federation report explores the positive benefits of connecting kids and nature. Friending Fresh Air: Connecting Kids to Nature in the Digital Age details how kids’ media habits can both positively and negatively impact health, learning and social development.

Function + Fun = Tech Gifts for Teens

Tech Gifts for Teens

by Regina Lewis

According to a recent holiday forecast report from the Consumer Electronics Association, 74 percent of consumers who are purchasing gifts this holiday season are planning to buy consumer electronics and have allocated a third of their budgets for gifts like laptops, tablets and video gaming consoles.

Tech gifts are a top trend for teens this holiday season, especially laptops and tablets. A recent poll found that nearly half of all parents said they are considering purchasing a tablet or a laptop for their child.

Winter Classic at the Mesquite Rodeo

Mesquite Rodeo Winter Classic December 27 & 28 at 7:30pm

Bring the whole family to the Mesquite Rodeo on Friday, December 27th and Saturday December 28th to see cowboys from around the world compete in the 2013 Winter Classic. The Mesquite Pro-Rodeo is a great venue with family oriented entertainment.

Scrooge the Musical

Plano Children’s Theatre Presents

Scrooge the Musical

Plano Children’s Theatre welcomes you to the community theatre presentation of Scrooge. Bring the whole family to enjoy this timeless tale playing Dec 20th-22nd.

Clutter-Free and Organized Car

Getting your Car Prepared and Organized

by Lorraine Brock

This is the time of year that our cars often become cluttered from Christmas shopping, or we have to clean the car out to get ready for a holiday road trip. If this sounds like your car, you may be ready for some great car clutter organizing tips.

Homemade Gifts: Holiday Treats

5 Ideas for Homemade Gifts for the Holidays

by Minette Riordan

I don’t know about you but the Holidays always inspire me to bake and I love giving homemade gifts from my kitchen. I especially love gifts that my kids can help make. Along with the homemade gifts I enjoy using whatever I’ve got in the craft closet to make creative gift tags or containers. Here are 5 recipes for easy, affordable gifts that you and your kids can make to share this holiday season.